Oman D10 Cup 2022: Azaiba XI vs Ghubrah Giants Match Prediction- Who will win today's match?

Azaiba XI will be taking on Ghubrah Giants in Match 11 of the Oman D10 League 2022 at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground Oman Cricket (Ministry Turf 1), Oman on March 15. Both teams will be heading into this contest on the back of contrasting results in their respective games. Azaiba managed a 11-run win over Khuwair Warriors in a high-scoring thriller and are currently placed at the sixth spot in the points table.

The Ghubrah Giants on the other hand suffered a 36-run defeat against the Ruwi Rangers in their last game. Chasing a mammoth 112, they were restricted to 75/9 from their 10 overs. With a win and a loss in their first two matches each, the Giants occupy the fourth spot in the points table with two points to their tally. They would now be hoping to break into the top three.

Azaiba XI vs Ghubrah Giants, Match 11, Oman D10 Cup 2022

Venue: Al Amerat Cricket Ground, Oman

Date & Time:  March 15th, 7:30 PM Local Time and 9:00 PM IST

Live Streaming: CricTracker, Fan Code (India)

Pitch Report: 

The Oman wicket is bowling friendly as it provides assistance to both the pacers and spinners alike. However, the batters can also make merry once they get set in the middle. While bowling first is a good option, it is to be noted that the teams must then restrict their opponents to a manageable total as anything in excess of 100 becomes difficult to chase.

No team has succeeded in chasing down targets over 100 runs with the bowlers containing the run flow and also chipping in with wickets at regular intervals. Therefore, the captain winning the toss will have absolutely no hesitation in batting first.

Probable Playing XIs for Azaiba XI vs Ghubrah Giants

Azaiba XI

Akmal Shahzad, Jibran Yousuf, Arsalan Bashir, Haythim Bahar, Usman Haider, Waseem Akhtar, Rao Waqar Ahmed, Jasim Illahi Nasir Ali, Asif Al Balushi , Imran Muhammad, Khalid Rasheed

Pranav Mehta, Azamat Ullah-Qazi, Abid Ali-I, Abdullah Faizan, Shehbaz Nasar, Imran Latif, Ghazanfar Iqbal, Ahmed Khan, Aqil Khan, Moshin Qureshi, Rashad Al-Balushi

Probable Top Performers

Probable best batter: Arsalan Bashir

Arslan Bashir was the star of Azaiba XI with the bat during their previous encounter against Khuwair Warriors, which helped them prevail in a high-scoring thriller by 11 runs, Bashir scored a match-winning 54 off 26 deliveries at a strike rate of 207.69 including seven fours and two sixes. His quickfire innings was instrumental in Azaiba posting 122/3 from their 10 overs. Yet another impactful performance would be expected from him when his side takes on Ghubrah Giants.

Probable best bowler: Waseem Akhtar

Waseem Akhtar was Azaiba XI’s best bowler during their close win against Khuwair Warriors on March 14. He bowled a great spell and finished with figures of 2/17 from his two overs at an economy rate of 8.50. Waseem picked up the crucial wickets of opposition skipper Aamir Kaleem and in-form wicketkeeper-batter Kuttiraja Karuthapandian to hamper the Warriors’ mammoth run chase. The onus would once again be on the Waseem Akhtar to provide timely breakthroughs for the Giants.

Today’s Match Prediction: Ghubrah Giants to win the match.

Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.